Well, October has rolled around again and it's almost time for the annual gig with the JJC jazz "cats." Join the JJC Faculty Jazz Quintet on Sunday, October 14th at 3:00 p.m. in the college's Fine Arts Theatre. We have some great music in the works and this is a FREE concert, so why would you miss it? Details here. See you there! … [Read more...]

The first take of Parts Unknown was just a sound check in the studio, but it really captures the spirit of the trio with Matt Thompson and Joe Adamik. I miss playing with those guys! Enjoy! … [Read more...]

Looking forward to hitting again with the JJC Faculty Jazz Quintet on October 15th @ 3:00 p.m. It's become a fun tradition to get together with these guys in October... we played together this summer as well, so we should be ready to cook! Best of all, this is a FREE performance, so please join us! … [Read more...]

Ted Vieira! I had bring Ted back to the top of my list of posts. If you like what you see on my site, Ted is the guru (web designer and photographer) behind the new look, including responsive web design (take a look and listen on your phone). Ted is also a great guitarist and friend. Check him out at: Image Perceptions and Ted Vieira Jazz Guitarist. Thanks Ted! … [Read more...]

So, last month's gathering of musicians and artists was so much fun that we decided to do it again! Bring your instrument, voice, sketch pad, etc. and join us: Sunday, April 23, 2017, 5:00 p.m. until who knows when! … [Read more...]

Last evening (November 4th) I had a great time playing at Fresh Starts Restaurant in Flossmoor, Illinois with Valerie Nicholson (piano), Eugene Vinyard (tenor saxophone), and Ivan Taylor (bass). The idea is to continue on the first Friday of each month, but in December there is a special event already planned there. I hope this turns into a regular gig with these great musicians. By the way, the food and wine selections are real nice and … [Read more...]

I will be performing with the Joliet Junior College Faculty Jazz Quintet Sunday, October 16 @ 3:00 p.m. in the JJC Fine Arts Theatre. This is a FREE concert, so come on out and support live jazz! Details. … [Read more...]